Conservation: Protecting Our Resources (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Conservation efforts protect natural resources and biodiversity. Reducing waste, recycling, protecting habitats, and using renewable energy all help preserve Earth's resources.

Key Words

experiment
conclusion
evidence

Materials Needed

plastic wrap
cardboard
tape
scissors
straws

Safety First

Protect your work surface with newspaper or plastic.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Conservation efforts protect natural resources and biodiversity. Reducing waste, recycling, protecting habitats, and using renewable energy all help preserve Earth's resources.

Step 2 — Do

Gather your materials and set up your workspace.

Step 3 — Observe

Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.

Step 4 — Record

Create a data table to organize your measurements.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is the independent variable?